Urgent Broken Tooth Repair for Adults in Finchley Central

Seek urgent repair right away if a tooth breaks. Even a small chip can leave sharp edges that cut the tongue or cheek, and a deeper fracture may expose the nerve, causing sharp pain and risk of infection. Book an urgent appointment if you have sharp or throbbing pain, sensitivity to hot or cold, bleeding from the tooth, or if the broken tooth shows when you smile. We treat patients from Finchley Central and North London for emergencies. Delaying care lets bacteria enter the tooth and may lead to an abscess that needs more complex treatment.

For small chips on front teeth, bonding is a quick one-visit solution. We choose a resin that matches your tooth color, lightly prepare the surface, apply bonding agent, and sculpt the material to restore shape. A special light hardens it, then we polish for a seamless finish. The appointment typically lasts about 30 to 60 minutes. A patient from Finchley Central chipped a front tooth in a fall and left with a restored smile in under an hour.

Large breaks, especially on molars, often need a crown to stop further damage. The first visit includes numbing and reshaping the tooth. We take a digital scan to design the crown and place a temporary crown. About two weeks later you return for a 30-minute fitting to place the permanent crown. Crowns restore strength and have a high long-term success rate.

Aftercare varies by repair. For bonding, you may eat and drink normally but avoid very hard foods on the repaired tooth for the first day. For a crown, the gum is usually tender for a few days. Avoid sticky or hard foods for 24 hours to let the cement set. Red flags requiring immediate contact: call our practice on 0203 488 0335 if you have severe, throbbing pain not relieved by painkillers, if your bite feels high or uneven, or if a temporary crown comes off. Please note we are available during office hours (Mon/Wed/Fri 9-5, Tue/Thu 11-7). For out-of-hours emergencies, visit your nearest A&E or call NHS 111.

Sometimes a fracture is too deep for a simple filling or crown. If the pulp is exposed, root canal treatment may be needed to save the tooth. This procedure removes infected pulp, cleans the inside of the tooth, and seals it before placing a crown. In the most severe cases, where the fracture extends below the gum line, extraction may be the only option. If extraction is necessary, we discuss replacement options such as an implant or a bridge to restore your smile and chewing function.

To choose your treatment wisely, ask these questions whether you visit us or another practice in Finchley. What are all repair options and their pros and cons? How long will the repair last? What is the total cost, including scans or follow-up visits? Will the repair look natural and match your other teeth? Do you offer payment plans or accept dental insurance like Denplan or Cigna?

As a private practice, we provide transparent pricing with no hidden fees. The cost of repairing a broken tooth depends entirely on the treatment required. A simple composite bonding repair is less expensive than a full dental crown. During your emergency assessment, we provide a detailed breakdown of the costs for your situation. We accept private dental insurance from providers including Max Bupa, Denplan, and Cigna. Please contact us to discuss your coverage ahead of your appointment.